ProBridge Foundation Newport Beach, CA

BASI's ProBridge is a specialized, continuing education program for the qualified Pilates professional interested in experiencing the depth, intensity and precision that only BASI provides.

The Professional Bridging Program (ProBridge) is an intensive program that credits the experience of qualified Pilates professionals. Focus is placed on the specialized BASI principles and methodologies in a condensed program format.

The ProBridge Programs have been approved for 36 CECs by the PMA. Students must attend both Foundation and Graduate Programs to receive CECs.

Discount: Students who sign up for both the ProBridge Foundation and the Graduate Programs, at the same time, receive a $200 discount on the ProBridge Graduate Program Fee.

We welcome students who have completed the BASI Comprehensive Program to Audit and experience an intense review of the work they did previously. Clarification of nuances of movement allows BASI graduates or current Comprehensive students to revisit the original material without the stress, and hone their existing skills.

PROGRAM PREREQUISITES

The ProBridge Program is open to any Pilates professional whose qualifications are deemed sufficient by BASI Pilates. The ProBridge Program is also open to all graduates of the BASI Comprehensive Program.

Students must provide documentation of successful completion from a recognized Comprehensive Pilates teacher training program.
The program must be a minimum of 450 hours, including training on all apparatus. Online training is not acceptable. The previous training must have included a practical assessment of movement and teaching skills. The director of the training program must have had a minimum of ten years teaching Pilates at the time of training.

Program Schedule

Topics covered will include the Principals of the Pilates method and a brief overview of the importance of the pelvis, breathing, exercise description, analysis and teaching. In addition, review of anatomy, importance of appropriate cueing as well as basic safety topics will all be discussed. Repertoire includes Mat and Reformer. A one-hour mat class will be given. Total of 6 hours class time is provided.

Topics covered will include anatomical movement analysis, introduction of the BASI Block System®, format and progressive layering as well as principles of alignment and complete postural assessment. Repertoire includes intermediate to advanced Mat, Reformer and Cadillac. A one-hour mat class will be given. Total of 6 hours class time is provided.

Topics covered will include core strength of the back and abdominals including contraindications, effective exercises as well as the teacher’s role in creating “flow” in a session. Discussion on the correct use of modifications and assists and construction of complete and effective programs. Repertoire includes intermediate to advanced Mat, Reformer, Cadillac, Wunda Chair and the Avalon® Chair. A one-hour mat class will be given. Total of 6 hours class time is provided.

6 Reviews

I wish it was longer

The only reason that I did not give the course a &#34;5&#34; is that I wish it were longer. We speed through the material so fast we can barely absorb it. I appreciate the fact that it is accelerated because we are entering it with knowledge and experience, but I still want more time to learn. Also, I had difficulty understanding the outline of the course. This could be my fault. I loved having the BASI faculty assist Rael. This allowed for more personal attention and feedback for the exercises and the mat class.